Knockabeg

Mary E. Lyons

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Knockabeg

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mary E. Lyons

Reading Level 5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

In a time of great hardship during Ireland's potato famine, the magical fairies of Knockabeg find themselves caught in a fierce battle that intertwines with the struggles of the people. As the land suffers, these mystical beings clash, weaving a tale of magic and survival amid historical challenges.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include historical hardship, war & conflict, poverty & hardship. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Historical Hardship War & Conflict Poverty & Hardship
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

118 pages
27,032 words
3h 0m read-aloud
ISBN
0618092838
Pages
118
Published
2001
Type
Fiction
Word Count
27,032
Read-Aloud
~3h 0m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

FairiesFaminesIrelandFamine, 1845-1852